Thermo Metal Detector

Applications & Use Cases

• Detecting ferrous and non-ferrous metals, and stainless steel contaminants in packaged food products.
• Ensuring product safety and compliance with food industry regulations by identifying foreign objects.
• Protecting downstream processing equipment from damage caused by metal contaminants.
• Used in production lines for confectionery, baked goods, dairy, meat, and ready meals.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

Varies significantly based on product size and line speed; commonly designed for high-speed conveyor integration.

Aperture size

Typically ranges from 150mm to 600mm in width and 100mm to 300mm in height, depending on the intended product dimensions.

Power supply

Commonly 230V, single-phase, 50Hz, or 400V, three-phase, 50Hz for larger systems, with varying power consumption.

Construction material

Typically stainless steel (grade 304 or 316) for food contact areas and washdown compatibility.

Detection sensitivity

Achieves high sensitivity for ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants, adjustable based on product effect.

Environmental protection

Often rated to IP65 or higher for washdown environments in food processing.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of metal can this detector identify?

  Thermo Scientific metal detectors are designed to identify ferrous (e.g., iron), non-ferrous (e.g., aluminium, copper), and stainless steel contaminants.

• Is this unit suitable for wet or washdown environments?

• How is the sensitivity of the metal detector adjusted?

• What maintenance is typically required for a metal detector?

• Can this metal detector be integrated into an existing production line?